
Global Passenger Security Market Size Study & Forecast, by Equipment, End-user, and Regional Forecasts 2025–2035
Description
Global Passenger Security Market is valued at approximately USD 8.02 billion in 2024 and is poised to grow at a remarkable CAGR of 6.50% over the forecast period 2025–2035. In a world increasingly driven by the urgency of safety assurance and seamless mobility, the passenger security market has emerged as a critical pillar of transportation infrastructure. From bustling international airports to vast seaport terminals and high-capacity railway hubs, the demand for sophisticated, multi-layered security systems is not only surging—it is evolving. With advancements in biometric authentication, artificial intelligence-driven surveillance, and non-intrusive screening technologies, stakeholders are racing to implement smarter, faster, and more resilient security solutions that ensure passenger protection without compromising travel efficiency.
The ongoing modernization of transport terminals globally, combined with heightened concerns over terrorism, human trafficking, and cyberattacks, has created fertile ground for growth across all sub-segments of passenger security. Baggage inspection systems, walk-through metal detectors, full-body scanners, and explosive trace detection technologies are being rapidly upgraded or replaced to meet the dynamic nature of current threats. Notably, the convergence of physical and cyber security—especially through AI-powered access control and integrated video management systems—has positioned cybersecurity solutions as a key growth frontier. While cost constraints and privacy concerns occasionally challenge implementation, growing regulatory mandates and international pressure to standardize transit security infrastructure continue to accelerate adoption.
Regionally, North America dominates the global passenger security market, largely attributed to its robust transportation network, heightened security policies post-9/11, and early adoption of digital surveillance ecosystems across airports and urban transport grids. Europe closely follows, championing biometric check-in systems and perimeter intrusion solutions, especially in Schengen-border areas. Meanwhile, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to witness the fastest growth by 2035, driven by booming air travel, megacity transit expansion, and heavy public sector investment in integrated safety infrastructure. Countries such as China, India, and Southeast Asian nations are deploying next-generation threat detection frameworks to align with smart city visions and tourism-driven economic strategies.
Major market player included in this report are:
• Smiths Detection Group Ltd.
• OSI Systems, Inc.
• Siemens AG
• Honeywell International Inc.
• Bosch Security Systems
• Thales Group
• SITA
• L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
• Rapiscan Systems
• NEC Corporation
• FLIR Systems Inc.
• Autoclear LLC
• Ayonix Corporation
• Hitachi Ltd.
• Nuctech Company Limited
Global Passenger Security Market Report Scope:
• Historical Data – 2023, 2024
• Base Year for Estimation – 2024
• Forecast period – 2025–2035
• Report Coverage – Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
• Regional Scope – North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players.
The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:
By Equipment:
• Baggage Inspection Systems
• Explosive Trace Detectors
• Hand-Held Scanners
• Walk-Through Metal Detectors
• Full-Body Scanners
• Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems
• Video Management Systems
• Access Control/Biometric Systems
• Bar-Coded Boarding Systems
• Cyber-Security Solution
By End-user:
• Airport
• Seaport
• Railway Station
• Others
By Region:
North America
• U.S.
• Canada
Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
• Brazil
• Mexico
Middle East & Africa
• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa
Key Takeaways:
• Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
• Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
• Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
• Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.
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The ongoing modernization of transport terminals globally, combined with heightened concerns over terrorism, human trafficking, and cyberattacks, has created fertile ground for growth across all sub-segments of passenger security. Baggage inspection systems, walk-through metal detectors, full-body scanners, and explosive trace detection technologies are being rapidly upgraded or replaced to meet the dynamic nature of current threats. Notably, the convergence of physical and cyber security—especially through AI-powered access control and integrated video management systems—has positioned cybersecurity solutions as a key growth frontier. While cost constraints and privacy concerns occasionally challenge implementation, growing regulatory mandates and international pressure to standardize transit security infrastructure continue to accelerate adoption.
Regionally, North America dominates the global passenger security market, largely attributed to its robust transportation network, heightened security policies post-9/11, and early adoption of digital surveillance ecosystems across airports and urban transport grids. Europe closely follows, championing biometric check-in systems and perimeter intrusion solutions, especially in Schengen-border areas. Meanwhile, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to witness the fastest growth by 2035, driven by booming air travel, megacity transit expansion, and heavy public sector investment in integrated safety infrastructure. Countries such as China, India, and Southeast Asian nations are deploying next-generation threat detection frameworks to align with smart city visions and tourism-driven economic strategies.
Major market player included in this report are:
• Smiths Detection Group Ltd.
• OSI Systems, Inc.
• Siemens AG
• Honeywell International Inc.
• Bosch Security Systems
• Thales Group
• SITA
• L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
• Rapiscan Systems
• NEC Corporation
• FLIR Systems Inc.
• Autoclear LLC
• Ayonix Corporation
• Hitachi Ltd.
• Nuctech Company Limited
Global Passenger Security Market Report Scope:
• Historical Data – 2023, 2024
• Base Year for Estimation – 2024
• Forecast period – 2025–2035
• Report Coverage – Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
• Regional Scope – North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players.
The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:
By Equipment:
• Baggage Inspection Systems
• Explosive Trace Detectors
• Hand-Held Scanners
• Walk-Through Metal Detectors
• Full-Body Scanners
• Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems
• Video Management Systems
• Access Control/Biometric Systems
• Bar-Coded Boarding Systems
• Cyber-Security Solution
By End-user:
• Airport
• Seaport
• Railway Station
• Others
By Region:
North America
• U.S.
• Canada
Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
• Brazil
• Mexico
Middle East & Africa
• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa
Key Takeaways:
• Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
• Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
• Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
• Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.
Please note:The single user license is non-downloadable and non-printable. Global Site license allows these actions.
Table of Contents
285 Pages
- Chapter 1. Global Passenger Security Market Report Scope & Methodology
- 1.1. Research Objective
- 1.2. Research Methodology
- 1.2.1. Forecast Model
- 1.2.2. Desk Research
- 1.2.3. Top-Down and Bottom-Up Approach
- 1.3. Research Attributes
- 1.4. Scope of the Study
- 1.4.1. Market Definition
- 1.4.2. Market Segmentation
- 1.5. Research Assumption
- 1.5.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
- 1.5.2. Limitations
- 1.5.3. Years Considered for the Study
- Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. CEO/CXO Standpoint
- 2.2. Strategic Insights
- 2.3. ESG Analysis
- 2.4. Key Findings
- Chapter 3. Global Passenger Security Market Forces Analysis
- 3.1. Market Forces Shaping the Global Passenger Security Market (2024–2035)
- 3.2. Drivers
- 3.2.1. Terminal Modernization & Smart Infrastructure Investments
- 3.2.2. Heightened Security Mandates & Threat Complexity
- 3.3. Restraints
- 3.3.1. High Capital Expenditure & Budget Constraints
- 3.3.2. Privacy Concerns & Regulatory Hurdles
- 3.4. Opportunities
- 3.4.1. AI-Driven Surveillance & Analytics
- 3.4.2. Convergence of Cyber-Physical Security Solutions
- Chapter 4. Global Passenger Security Industry Analysis
- 4.1. Porter’s Five Forces Model
- 4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
- 4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
- 4.2. Porter’s Five Forces Forecast Model (2024–2035)
- 4.3. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.3.1. Political
- 4.3.2. Economical
- 4.3.3. Social
- 4.3.4. Technological
- 4.3.5. Environmental
- 4.3.6. Legal
- 4.4. Top Investment Opportunities
- 4.5. Top Winning Strategies (2025)
- 4.6. Market Share Analysis (2024–2025)
- 4.7. Global Pricing Analysis and Trends 2025
- 4.8. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
- Chapter 5. Global Passenger Security Market Size & Forecasts by Equipment 2025–2035
- 5.1. Market Overview
- 5.2. Baggage Inspection Systems
- 5.2.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- 5.2.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025–2035
- 5.3. Explosive Trace Detectors
- 5.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- 5.3.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025–2035
- 5.4. Hand-Held Scanners
- 5.5. Walk-Through Metal Detectors
- 5.6. Full-Body Scanners
- 5.7. Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems
- 5.8. Video Management Systems
- 5.9. Access Control/Biometric Systems
- 5.10. Bar-Coded Boarding Systems
- 5.11. Cyber-Security Solutions
- Chapter 6. Global Passenger Security Market Size & Forecasts by End-User 2025–2035
- 6.1. Market Overview
- 6.2. Airport
- 6.2.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- 6.2.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025–2035
- 6.3. Seaport
- 6.4. Railway Station
- 6.5. Others
- Chapter 7. Global Passenger Security Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2025–2035
- 7.1. Regional Market Snapshot
- 7.2. North America
- 7.2.1. U.S.
- 7.2.2. Canada
- 7.3. Europe
- 7.3.1. UK
- 7.3.2. Germany
- 7.3.3. France
- 7.3.4. Spain
- 7.3.5. Italy
- 7.3.6. Rest of Europe
- 7.4. Asia Pacific
- 7.4.1. China
- 7.4.2. India
- 7.4.3. Japan
- 7.4.4. Australia
- 7.4.5. South Korea
- 7.4.6. Rest of Asia Pacific
- 7.5. Latin America
- 7.5.1. Brazil
- 7.5.2. Mexico
- 7.6. Middle East & Africa
- 7.6.1. UAE
- 7.6.2. Saudi Arabia
- 7.6.3. South Africa
- 7.6.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
- Chapter 8. Competitive Intelligence
- 8.1. Top Market Strategies
- 8.2. Smiths Detection Group Ltd.
- 8.2.1. Company Overview
- 8.2.2. Key Executives
- 8.2.3. Company Snapshot
- 8.2.4. Financial Performance (Subject to Data Availability)
- 8.2.5. Product/Services Portfolio
- 8.2.6. Recent Development
- 8.2.7. Market Strategies
- 8.2.8. SWOT Analysis
- 8.3. OSI Systems, Inc.
- 8.4. Siemens AG
- 8.5. Honeywell International Inc.
- 8.6. Bosch Security Systems
- 8.7. Thales Group
- 8.8. SITA
- 8.9. L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
- 8.10. Rapiscan Systems
- 8.11. NEC Corporation
- 8.12. FLIR Systems Inc.
- 8.13. Autoclear LLC
- 8.14. Ayonix Corporation
- 8.15. Hitachi Ltd.
- 8.16. Nuctech Company Limited
- List of Tables
- Table 1. Global Passenger Security Market, Report Scope
- Table 2. Global Market Estimates & Forecasts by Region 2024–2035
- Table 3. Global Market Estimates & Forecasts by Equipment 2024–2035
- Table 4. Global Market Estimates & Forecasts by End-User 2024–2035
- Table 5. U.S. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 6. Canada Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 7. UK Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 8. Germany Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 9. France Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 10. Spain Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 11. Italy Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 12. Rest of Europe Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 13. China Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 14. India Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 15. Japan Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 16. Australia Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 17. South Korea Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 18. Brazil & Mexico Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 19. UAE & Saudi Arabia Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- Table 20. South Africa & Rest of MEA Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- List of Figures
- Figure 1. Global Passenger Security Market, Research Methodology
- Figure 2. Market Estimation Techniques
- Figure 3. Forecast Model & Data Triangulation
- Figure 4. Key Trends in 2025
- Figure 5. Growth Prospects 2024–2035
- Figure 6. Porter’s Five Forces Model
- Figure 7. PESTEL Analysis
- Figure 8. Value Chain Overview
- Figure 9. Market by Equipment, 2025 vs. 2035
- Figure 10. Market by End-User, 2025 vs. 2035
- Figure 11. North America Market, 2025 vs. 2035
- Figure 12. Europe Market, 2025 vs. 2035
- Figure 13. Asia Pacific Market, 2025 vs. 2035
- Figure 14. Latin America Market, 2025 vs. 2035
- Figure 15. Middle East & Africa Market, 2025 vs. 2035
- Figure 16. Competitive Landscape Comparison
- Figure 17. Top Investment Hotspots
- Figure 18. Technology Adoption Curve
- Figure 19. Regulatory Impact Matrix
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